J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Mines, Earl Dee

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Earl Dee Mines, 71 of Hopewell died Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at his residence. He was born in Bath County, VA. Mr. Mines was a retired Sgt. Major from the U. S. Army having served during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Melvina Riley Mines. Mr. Mines is survived by his wife of 46 years, Gertrud Katherine Mines of Hopewell, two sons, Markus F. Mines and his wife Ann of Chester, Thomas G. Mines of Washington, DC, three daughters, Deborah M. Robertson and her husband Burley of Tulsa, OK, Brenda M. Jones of Chesapeake, Rebecca M. Hicks and her husband Michael of Richmond, three grandchildren, Thomas Jones, Jr., Brianna Hussey, Abigail Mines, three great grandchildren, a sister, Frances Rhea of Millboro, VA, and a brother, Paul Mines of Pulaski, VA, and a brother-in-law, Fritz Haas of Saal, Germany. He was a hard working, strong family man. Mr. Mines was very devoted to his wife, children and grandchildren. The family will receive friends Friday, November 16, 2007 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. A graveside service, with full military honors will be held Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 1:00 PM in Merchants Hope Memorial Gardens, Prince George. Memorial contributions may be made to Odyssey Healthcare of Richmond, 2810 N. Parham Road, Suite 150, Richmond, Virginia, 23294. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com

Although I never had the chance to visit Uncle Earl (Pete), My Mom would tell me great and happy times they had growing up. I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Posted by: Kathy Rhea Walker at November 16, 2007 06:58 PM

I will miss you so much daddy, but I know you are in a much better place now. A place where there is no pain or fear. Mike and I just wish that you could have been stronger to go fishing with us at the beach - he would have shown you all of his secret places. I will always smile when I think of our trips to the mountains. Thanks for being the best man I have ever known.
love always,
Becca and Mike

Posted by: Rebecca and Mike Hicks at November 16, 2007 08:41 AM

Dad, as your daughter, I am so grateful for your strength and love in taking care of your family. You will live on through your kids and your grandchildren. Each of your children will be honored to share your history, memories and stories with your grandchildren Brianna, Thomas and Abigail and your great-grandchildren, John, Peter and Katherine. As an American, I am so grateful for your time spent defending our country and freedom and Thomas is honored to carry on your fight for freedom when he goes to Iraq. We love you daddy and I know you and God have a lot to catch up on in Heaven. Watch over us and bless us from above and I know I will see you again in Heaven someday.

Love, Brenda, Brianna, Thomas, John, Peter and Katherine.

Posted by: Brenda Jones at November 15, 2007 06:32 PM

Aunt Trudy and Family,
My prayers and love are sent. Uncle Earl was a very special man. I know he is in God's care now and won't have to endure any more pain or suffering. May his precious memories ease your saddness and his continious love forever ease your pain. Hilda

Posted by: Hilda Rhea Hensley at November 15, 2007 08:24 AM

Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out for Trudy and all the family. Earl was our neighbor and friend and we will miss him very much.

Posted by: Len and Jeannie Rozamus at November 15, 2007 06:14 AM

We miss you so much, Pop. It has been a long time since we saw you strong enough to go fishing or sit outside in the summer sun. We are glad that you were able to see little Abby walk - she has your eyes and hopefully your wisdom.

We know that you are watching over us. We will love you always.

Ann, Markus & Abigail

Posted by: Ann, Mark & Abby at November 14, 2007 11:52 PM

My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family. I have known Earl for many years and will greatly miss seeing him on the front porch taking his afternoon nap. I understand the great sorrow you all are experiencing and hope that you will take care and love one another during this sad time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Again, I am truly sorry for your loss. The Blankenship Family

Posted by: Dana Blankenship at November 14, 2007 08:13 PM